Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Washer Monogram

It’s time for Pinterest Challenge DIY project #2.  (Check out Project #1 here!)

I’m usually not a huge fan of monograms but I thought this one was unique enough for me to get past the whole monogram thing.

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And the dresser in our master bedroom needed something to live on it.  And washers are surprisingly pretty and cheap, especially when you already have a bunch hanging out in your garage.

This project was pretty straight forward.  Slightly time consuming. Lately I have this impressive ability to make simple tasks extremely difficult.

I printed out a large “S”.  I then placed a piece of cardstock over the printed “S” and lined up various sizes of washers on top using the “S” as a guide.  I then glued the washers in place using tacky glue. I liked using both sides of the washers for added contrast. Easy.  I did get a little carried away with the glue at the beginning.  I was like a pre-schooler on the first day of class…except I didn’t eat it.  Luckily it dried clear.  I then placed it in an inexpensive from purchased from the Target.

Here’s my final product…

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It makes me smile.  I kind of want to make the entire alphabet. Making this was weirdly therapeutic.

It now lives happily in our bedroom.  Along with a couple of Salvation Army finds, our framed engagement collage, and another Pinterest inspired print that I made in Photoshop.  (The word “darling” makes me laugh. These heavenly muffins were part of the inspiration.)

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Are you a monogram fan?  What would you call someone “darling” for….muffins, waffles, pancakes, ice cream??  A new ceiling fan in your master bedroom?  Oh darling, Nate….

Check out project #3 here!

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32 comments:

  1. Cassie BustamanteAugust 2, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    i love this idea and think i will borrow it for some christmas presents this year!

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  2. LisaTTravelsAugust 2, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    I love it!! I think I might need one.

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  3. Karen H.August 2, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    I am a huge monogram fan. Maybe too much of a fan. I have a lot of H's scattered around the house. :)

    LOVE the washers!

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  4. Vintage RestyledAugust 2, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    I love monograms and this is a unique one! Love it!

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  5. Cindy @The Flipping CoupleAugust 2, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Wow, love the idea! What a fun and personalized project. Totally love the end result. Maybe enough for even my non-crafty self to give it a try. : )

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  6. Kelly @ View along the wayAugust 2, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    It's whimsical and cool, darling. I love it!

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  7. JaeAugust 2, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    lovely. what a good idea.

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  8. ErinAugust 2, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Cute! I do like monograms in moderation and in unique ways (like yours!).

    Rick would get totally weirded out if I called him darling. :)

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  9. Rachel // Maybe MatildaAugust 2, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Nice! I have oodles of washers that need to find a purpose in life . . . maybe a monogram would be a good use. It looks great!

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  10. Kim @ NewlyWoodwardsAugust 2, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Very cute! I love the silver frame, too. I have a bunch of buttons that I wanted to use in a similar way. Sigh... maybe someday.

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  11. Rebecca @ the lil house that couldAugust 2, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    I have this pinned also so when I clicked the link at YHL, I had no clue it was you! Love it! My last name is the same initial, so I'm happy to see how it looks!

    Now I must make one :)

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  12. JamieAugust 2, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    It turned out adorable - I love it such a fresh take on a monogram.

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  13. Adrienne @ Duchess of DamaskAugust 2, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    I love it! I think I have that pinned too. I'm inspired to try it out too!

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  14. April @ An Urban AcreAugust 2, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    I think I pinned this too! I really want to try making a "C" one for us. Looks cute!

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  15. Tammy @ Type AAugust 2, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    very cute! thanks for partying with me!

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  16. AimeeAugust 2, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    I'm a typography fan, which I do suppose puts me in the pro-monogram camp. I just like letters and symbols in general. :)

    Your 's' turned out beautifully!

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  17. lyndsay @ Mr and MrsAugust 2, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    don't ask my hubby for another ceiling fan! LOL.

    i love this, so pretty! and your whole arrangement on top of the dresser goes really well together!

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  18. BrittneyAugust 2, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    I love a good monogram and actually had pinned your inspiration piece. It looks great, I might have to try making one for our place.

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  19. Lacie JosephineAugust 3, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    I think both projects turned out very well...The vase is my favorite.

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  20. AnonymousAugust 3, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    What a cool idea! I love how it's industrial yet chic. Very nice!

    xo Catharine @ Your Modern Couple

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  21. Lisa @ Cozy Condo LivingAugust 3, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    I'm not a huge mon0gram person myself, but you're right yours has a great industrial feel to it which I love. The fact that you had all those washers at your fingertips made me smile. I miss having a garage!

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  22. KatieAugust 9, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    I LOVE this!! Thanks for posting!

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    this = LOVE!

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